"They still have done a great job in the Europa League. Sometimes fatigue sets in at this time of the season. but they’ve got quality players. Big clubs always look to fight back and we’re expecting a tough game, but we’re excited about it.”

“They are a top side and focused on doing well. When the opposition think there is a vulnerability then the top teams respond. We are preparing for a very difficult game.”

An injury time equaliser saw Leicester draw with West Ham at the London Stadium in their last Premier League game. Rodgers says that he is happy with the character his team are showing, and the development that they are making.

“[The draw vs West Ham] showed everything about the mentality that we have." The 46-year-old continued.

"We want to develop into a team that are more imposing in the game, but that comes with training. But the players are showing everyday that they’re making those steps.”